Why Millennials and Gen Z Struggle to Build Wealth and Own Homes
Why Millennials and Gen Z Struggle to Build Wealth and Own Homes  
Podcast: Main Street Matters
Published On: Fri Sep 05 2025
Description: In this episode of Main Street Matters, Elaine Parker and Jeremiah Poff of the Washington Examiner discuss the challenges faced by millennials and Gen Z in achieving home ownership and building wealth. They explore the economic shifts from a production-driven economy to a consumption-driven one, the impact of inflation on housing prices, and the role of student debt in economic mobility. The conversation highlights the importance of local economic drivers and corporate responsibility in creating sustainable communities. They also address the need for effective messaging of economic policies to connect with everyday Americans. Read Jeremiah's work at the Washington ExaminerSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.